Vice Chairman of the Norfolk Planning Commission, Martin Thomas, Jr. spoke to the DT100 this month about the changing face of Norfolk in the last 15 years, from Wards Corner to Waterside, touching on several significant developments including:
• Plans for Waterside Live
• Unveiling of the Slover Library
• Groundbreaking of Downtown Hilton
• New Arts District
• Renovation of MacArthur Memorial and Chrysler Museum
• Wards Corner revitalization
Thomas discussed how those interested in bettering the local community can get involved and be proud of Norfolk’s future.
Thomas is the Vice Chairman of the Norfolk Planning Commission and a member of the Norfolk Architectural Review Board. Mr. Thomas has been deeply involved in the renovation and revitalization of Wards Corner and actively involved throughout the Norfolk community including serving on the Board of Directors of St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery and the Peter Decker Children’s Charity Board.
The Downtown 100 (DT100) is a group of 100 emerging downtown leaders, who are provided with tools and opportunities to enhance their leadership skills.
